Buying Speedy Reduced 3510500

TheRealHeinz · Sep 30, 2020

Hey guys,

I’m new to this forum and watches in general, but wanted an omega speed master for a long time. But since it’s too big for my wrist I decided to go for the reduced instead (I know it’s not the moon watch and it’s different from the professional, but I still like it). So a dealer offered me this watch (pictures attached) from 2001 with papers, but without the box for a decent price. I just wanted to know what you guys think of the watch and the condition of this particular one, especially of the movement (see timegraph picture), as I’ve heard they can be quite expensive to service.

Any comment, opinion or advice is very much appreciated

😀

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Radiozoop · Sep 30, 2020

I think it's a decent example. There is some polishing going on, but I don't think it's too bad. As long as the papers are legit, and you get it for the right price, it's fine. A box is a huge plus if you go to sell it, it will affect the resale value. You may know this, but the 3510.50 uses a base ETA 2890-A2 with a Dubois Depraz chrono module.

I'll let some other members jump in, but like I said, for the right price, not a bad timepiece at all. Congrats 😀

Here's a good Worn and Wound article.

dennisthemenace · Sep 30, 2020

If you like it, buy it. Omega doesn't charge any more to service one of these than they do for any other mechanical chrono.
The snob mob will probably be along shortly to tell you that it's not a real Speedmaster. Ignore them.

Radiozoop · Sep 30, 2020

dennisthemenace
If you like it, buy it. Omega doesn't charge any more to service one of these than they do for any other mechanical chrono.
The snob mob will probably be along shortly to tell you that it's not a real Speedmaster. Ignore them.

Your second point is so true. While I thoroughly enjoy the Professional and do prefer it, it is 42mm and too big for some people. The reduced is an awesome everyday watch. I've owned both, so OP, do what you're inevitably going to do and buy it 😜

janice&fred · Sep 30, 2020

We have that exact model and it's being serviced by an independent in NYC as we speak. Like Dennis said, I was quoted the same price for service as any other chronograph. Ours is a keeper as I love the overall look and automatic.

Archer · Sep 30, 2020

T TheRealHeinz
Hey guys,

I’m new to this forum and watches in general, but wanted an omega speed master for a long time. But since it’s too big for my wrist I decided to go for the reduced instead (I know it’s not the moon watch and it’s different from the professional, but I still like it). So a dealer offered me this watch (pictures attached) from 2001 with papers, but without the box for a decent price. I just wanted to know what you guys think of the watch and the condition of this particular one, especially of the movement (see timegraph picture), as I’ve heard they can be quite expensive to service.

Any comment, opinion or advice is very much appreciated

😀

The photo, to me, indicates a watch that is in need of service. The lift angle on the timing machine is set incorrectly (should be 51 degrees), and this slightly overstates the balance amplitude you see there. So instead of being 266, it's around 260, which is low for an ETA 2892.

What you often find is that people buy these watches will run them for a while, and when they find out that the watch requires servicing, and that the cost of a service is substantial compared to the value of the watch, they sell the watch on rather than service it. As a result many of these seen for sale are in need of service, and I would say this one is also.

If you still want the watch, be prepared to pay for a service on top of the purchase price.

Cheers, Al

omegacollector · Oct 5, 2020

T TheRealHeinz
Hey guys,

I’m new to this forum and watches in general, but wanted an omega speed master for a long time. But since it’s too big for my wrist I decided to go for the reduced instead (I know it’s not the moon watch and it’s different from the professional, but I still like it). So a dealer offered me this watch (pictures attached) from 2001 with papers, but without the box for a decent price. I just wanted to know what you guys think of the watch and the condition of this particular one, especially of the movement (see timegraph picture), as I’ve heard they can be quite expensive to service.

Any comment, opinion or advice is very much appreciated

😀

Looks like a great piece, all things considered! I'm a huge fan of the Omega Speedmaster Reduced to be honest. It fits my wrist much better without looking so huge, and they're much more reasonably priced. Also, the Caliber 3220 movement that you have there boasts a 40-hour power reserve.

I found this great buying guide when I was considering different Speedmaster options: https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/resources/omega-speedmaster-reduced.html

"Introduced in 1988, the Speedmaster Reduced was sold as the smaller and cheaper version of the Speedy among the various watches in the Omega Speedmaster collection. Consequently, the first thing you’ll notice if you have a Speedmaster Reduced in your hands is its size."

Buying Speedy Reduced 3510500

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Archer

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